The Millennium Development Goals

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were eight international development targets established by the United Nations in 2000, aimed at addressing global challenges such as poverty, education, health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability by 2015. These goals sought to improve living standards, reduce child mortality, ensure universal education, and combat diseases like HIV/AIDS. The MDGs inspired global cooperation and progress, leading to significant advancements in many areas, although challenges remained. They were succeeded by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, which expanded the agenda to tackle broader issues for sustainable development by 2030.